Current Exhibitions

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David Lester Learn: Entanglements and Urban Archaeology 

First Friday Reception | March 6 | 5–8pm This exhibition presents David Lester Learn’s Urban Archaeology sculptures (1980s–1990s) alongside his recent Entanglements paintings (2009–present), staging ...
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Still from Julie Zhu and Sanna Fogelvik's Canopy (2025)

Videos from the Performing Media Festival

January 24–March 22, 2026 Held annually in South Bend, Indiana, the Performing Media Festival (PMF) features artists from around the world who explore emerging technologies ...
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Upcoming Events

Call for Entries: Around the Bend 2026

Around the Bend 2026 Submission Deadline: March 27, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST. Selected Entries Announced: April 8, 2026 How to Apply: See details and apply at southbendart.submittable.com/submit Cost: $10 (reduced fee option available) Exhibition Dates: May 23–August 23, 2026 We invite artists of all levels to participate in Around the Bend 2026, the South Bend Museum of Art’s celebration of the diverse […]
01 - 27 Mar
All Day
South Bend Museum of Art
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Art League Luncheon Series – March 2026

Join us for the Art League of the South Bend Museum of Art luncheon on March 17th at the Riverside Terrace in Mishawaka. Luncheon/Lecture Speaker: Thomas Zuber is an award-winning abstract painter, educator and filmmaker based in Goshen. His work can be found in private collections around the country. He holds degrees from IU South Bend […]
17 Mar
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Riverside Terrace
Mishawaka

Scholastic Art Showcase 2026

Friday, March 27 | 5:30–8:00 PM Warner Gallery, South Bend Museum of Art $10 Ticket Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the region’s most accomplished young artists and dedicated educators. The Scholastic Art Showcase highlights our 2026 Portfolio and American Vision Award winners, recognizes outstanding teachers, and announces the Community Choice Award. This special […]
27 Mar
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
South Bend Museum of Art
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Building community and individual agency through creative exploration

Our creative programs provide a platform for individuals to come together, share their experiences, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.

Building community and individual agency through creative exploration
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Admission is free

We want everyone to have access to art and the opportunity to learn from it.

MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY: NOON – 5:00 PM
THURSDAY: NOON – 5:00 PM
FRIDAY: NOON – 5:00 PM
SATURDAY: NOON – 5:00 PM
SUNDAY: NOON – 5:00 PM
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: OPEN UNTIL 8:00 PM
CLOSED ALL MAJOR HOLIDAYS: CHRISTMAS EVE, CHRISTMAS, THANKSGIVING DAY, EASTER, MEMORIAL, LABOR, JUNETEENTH, NEW YEARS DAY, MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY